Giant sea bass diving: where and when
A kelp-forest resident known for seasonal spawning aggregations around Catalina Island (Jul–Sep). 1 known encounter site across 1 country: USA. Best single site: Catalina Island, California, USA — moderate reliability, peak jul-sep. Minimum certification across sites varies; the easiest access points need only no certification, the deepest need Advanced.
- Sites
- 1
- IUCN status
- Critically Endangered
- Min. certification
- Advanced
- Typical depth
- 15–35 m
1 countries
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